Amherst, NY Housing Market & Real Estate
Housing market overview · Updated weekly ·
Quick answer: The median home sale price in Amherst, NY is $355,000, up 2.0% year-over-year. Homes sell in an average of 18 days with 61 active listings. The market is currently a strong seller's market.
$355,000median sale price
Is Amherst a buyer's or seller's market?
Amherst, NY is currently a strong seller's market, based on 1.1 months of supply and homes selling in about 18 days. How we determine this →
Homes sold
56
Last 12 weeks
Days on market
18
Fast-moving
Active listings
61
1.1 months supply
Sale-to-list
104.9%
Above asking
Amherst, NY market data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median sale price | $355,000 |
| Median list price | $332,450 |
| Year-over-year price change | +2.0% |
| Average days on market | 18 days |
| Active inventory | 61 listings |
| Months of supply | 1.1 months |
| Sale-to-list price ratio | 104.9% |
| Market condition | Strong seller's market |
Source: Redfin · Updated weekly
The Amherst housing market is currently classified as a strong seller's market with a median sale price of $355,000. Prices have risen 2.0% compared to last year, with homes spending an average of 18 days on market, indicating 1.1 months of inventory.With limited inventory, homes sell quickly and buyers should be prepared to act decisively and competitively to secure a property.
Market trends
Homes for sale in Amherst
There are currently 61 homes listed for sale in Amherst, New York. The median listing price is $332K.
Active listings
61
Homes on market
Median list price
$332K
Avg. days on market
18
Days until sale
New this week
48
Newly listed
Top public schools in Amherst
9 schools tracked · 6,165 students
The largest public schools serving Amherst, NY by enrollment, drawn from the National Center for Education Statistics. School quality is a commonly cited factor in home-buying decisions — these are the campuses families in this area are most likely to encounter.
SWEET HOME SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Grades 9-12 · 1,091 students
AMHERST CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Grades 9-12 · 886 students
SWEET HOME MIDDLE SCHOOL
Grades 6-8 · 800 students
WINDERMERE BLVD SCHOOL
Grades PK-5 · 761 students
SMALLWOOD DRIVE SCHOOL
Grades PK-5 · 679 students
AMHERST MIDDLE SCHOOL
Grades 6-8 · 646 students
MAPLEMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Grades K-6 · 489 students
HERITAGE HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Grades PK-5 · 419 students
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Common Core of Data directory. Updated annually. Ratings and test scores are not currently displayed.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average home price in Amherst?
The median home sale price in Amherst is $355,000, up 2.0% from last year.
How long do homes stay on market in Amherst?
Homes typically spend 18 days on market before going under contract.
Is Amherst a buyer's or seller's market?
With 1.1 months of supply, Amherst is currently a strong seller's market.
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